Prof. Lynne Conner Featured on Maine Calling

In an episode called “Developing New Audiences for the Arts in the Digital Era,” Conner shares her input and insight on what it takes to bring an audience to the theater. What should theaters offer — tried-and-true crowd pleasers or more adventurous shows? Why do Broadway shows sell out while smaller, regional theaters struggle to fill seats? And why do people go to the theater in the first place?